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K808 BRW

1992 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

15,049 mi
Last recorded15,049 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XV75021,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK808 BRW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 15,049 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 15,049 miles

Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 15,044 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 15,044 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 15,013 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

handlebars slight movement

Fail 8 Aug 2019 15,013 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly accelerates on right lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

handlebars slight movement

Pass 27 Sep 2018 15,001 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 15,001 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle opens on RH lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2017 14,768 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 14,768 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 14,742 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 14,742 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil offside (2.3.3)

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

exhaust leaking

Pass 23 Jul 2013 14,553 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 14,508 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 145,089 miles

Nearside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Pass 17 May 2011 14,152 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 14,152 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2010 14,137 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 14,317 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2008 14,086 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 14,026 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 13,953 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?

Based on 15,475 MOT tests across 1,663 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,663
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 256
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 220
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 96
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 72
wheel bearings have excessive free play 70
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K808 BRW is a 1992 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 21,732 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K808 BRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K808 BRW is a 1992 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 14 September 1992.

Is K808 BRW safe to buy?

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